TCHP Registered Nurse - Diabetes and Endocrinology - Full Time - Days

The Christ Hospital Health Network; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Outpatient RN to support multiple providers across various locations. In this dynamic role, you will educate patients about insulin and diabetic medications, manage vital signs, and assist with clinical care. You will play a crucial part in ensuring patient safety and comfort while documenting all necessary information in EMR. This position offers a chance to make a significant impact in patients' lives while working in a supportive environment that values your expertise. If you are passionate about nursing and patient care, this opportunity awaits you.

Qualifications

• 3 years RN experience preferred with strong patient education skills.
• Graduate of accredited nursing school; BSN preferred.

Responsibilities

• Interview patients and document medical conditions in EMR.
• Administer medications and provide patient education on treatments.
• Respond to emergencies and maintain patient safety.

Skills

Patient Education

Medication Administration

Vital Signs Monitoring

Emergency Response

Communication Skills

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

BSN preferred

Tools

Centricity

EMR

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Defibrillator

Blood Pressure Monitor

EKG Equipment

Job description

Job Description

Outpatient RN position that will support multiple providers and multiple locations. Position involves education for patients regarding insulin and diabetic medication regimens, osteoporosis and the treatments available, administer injections (IM and SubQ), medication appeals, as well as other tasks as required by the role.

Locations include Red Bank Expressway and Liberty Township.

Responsibilities

1. Interview patients to determine medical problem/condition and document in chart (EMR). When necessary, obtain and record patient's vital signs including weight and assist physician with patient examination as needed. Explain procedures and treatments to patients to gain cooperation, understanding and allay apprehension. Maintain awareness of comfort and safety needs, manage lipids, protimes and phone triage of patient concerns.
2. Follow up on physician orders and lab requests, obtain direction from physician as needed and inform patient of test results and any further treatment prescribed. Provide explanation and education to patient; document services performed in EMR for billing purposes. Observe patient, record significant conditions and reactions, notify supervisor or physician of patient's condition and reaction to drugs, treatment, and significant incidents, and assist physician in clinical care of patient.
3. Document nursing history in EMR and physical assessment for assigned patients and initiate a patient education plan according to the individualized needs of the patient, as prescribed by the physician.
4. Abstract patient records via the EMR. May sort or do chart prep on occasion but not as a routine part of the position. Use other EMR functions such as tasking, messaging, and disease management. Use Centricity and other software as appropriate to support nursing functions.
5. Respond to emergency situations based upon nursing standards, policies, procedures, and protocol. Maintain crash cart and defibrillator.
6. All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

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EDUCATION:

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.

• The Christ Hospital Health Network does hire AD and Diploma nurses; BSN preferred.

YEARS OF EXPERIENCE: 3 years RN experience preferred.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE: Defibrillator, blood pressure monitor, EKG equipment, treadmill and crash cart maintenance, copier, fax, computer skills (Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and Centricity, EMR preferred).

LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS:

Licensed RN by State Board, certified in BLS required.